Resources:
Charter partners; Charter Org Representative
School-based associations like PTAs, PTOs, and Booster Clubs make excellent Charter Partners for Cub Scout Packs and Scouts BSA Troops.
They help bring leadership, values, and outdoor fun to local families.
The Chartered Organization Representative (COR) acts as the liaison between the school group and the Scout unit—helping recruit leaders, support the program, and ensure communication.
Charter Agreement: BSA and Charter roles
The Annual Charter Agreement defines the partnership between Scouting America and the Chartering Organization—such as a PTA, PTO, church, or civic group.
This agreement outlines who does what:
The Chartering Organization:
Approves adult leaders
Provides meeting space (when available)
Supports Scouting in line with its own mission
Scouting America:
Provides the program, resources, and training
Maintains youth protection and insurance
Supports local units through District and Council staff
This shared responsibility ensures that every Scout has a safe, consistent, and high-quality experience.
Cub Scouts is a fun, hands-on program for boys and girls in Kindergarten through 5th Grade that builds character, confidence, and outdoor skills. It’s all about learning by doing—through games, adventures, service projects, and time spent with family and friends.
Each grade level has its own exciting rank, with age-appropriate activities designed to teach teamwork, responsibility, and leadership.
Scouting is family-inclusive, with parents encouraged to participate, especially in the early grades. It's a great way to connect school, home, and community while having fun outdoors.
Cub Scout adventures- K-5th grades
Cub Scouts offers a progressive adventure program where each grade level has its own rank and hands-on activities. These adventures teach life skills, character, and leadership—all while having fun.
| Grade | Rank | Sample Adventures |
|---|---|---|
| K | Lion | Animal Kingdom, Mountain Lion, King of the Jungle |
| 1st | Tiger | My Tiger Jungle, Games Tigers Play, Team Tiger |
| 2nd | Wolf | Call of the Wild, Howling at the Moon, Cubs Who Care |
| 3rd | Bear | Bear Claws, Bear Necessities, Fellowship and Duty |
| 4th | Webelos | First Responder, Stronger/Faster, Webelos Walkabout |
| 5th | Arrow of Light | Building a Better World, Scouting Adventure, Outdoorsman |
Each Scout completes required adventures and chooses from electives to personalize their journey. As they advance through the ranks, Scouts gain confidence, outdoor skills, and leadership experience.